Top 10 Handyman Services in Reading, OH
Top questions to ask before hiring a handyman
Handymen are hired to do many various home improvement tasks. Some are general tradesmen, who have a variety of experiences. Others have licenses and training in electrical work or plumbing. The key is asking what their level of experience is for the type of work you need done. Before you call a handyman, know what you need done along with any important details. You'll want an in-home consultation so that you can walk through the project.
Handyman licensing varies from state to state however it's a good question to ask your handyman. You'll also want to verify the dollar amounts for their surety bond (a third party that can cover payments in case the handyman doesn't pay subcontractors or employees) as well as insurance (in case they damage your property or injure themselves).
After the handyman has had a chance to walk through the project, have him or her outline the scope of work. The details of the project, including labor, materials, supplies, rental equipment, or subcontractors, should be listed as separate line items. If you are on a tight budget or timeline, this is the time to discuss options or alternatives for your project. If the project is small, like hauling debris or performing minor repair work, the handyman should request payment when the job is complete. For larger projects that require ordering of materials or multiple subcontractors, it's more common to pay a deposit.
Obtaining proper permits for home improvement is the responsibility of the homeowner. But very often professional file the permits on behalf of the homeowner and should have a good understanding of the process. When the structure of the home is altered, or when changes are made to the electrical system or gas lines, you may need to file a permit. Discuss your particular project with your handyman and ask if a permit is required.
A good handyman should be happy to share references. Anywhere from three to five past clients should be able to give you a good idea about the handyman's work style, ability to get the job done, and the satisfaction when the job is complete. If a homeowner wasn't satisfied with the handyman, be sure you ask specifically why. Sometimes miscommunication can contribute to unsatisfied customers.
Recent reviews for Reading Handymen
Hired Sukup to replace a shower control valve. Required cutting and soldering copper piping with new fixtures and building a mount in the wall. Team of 2 did a very professional, clean, neat installation. I would definitely hire them again for other diffi...
These guys did a great job. They were professional did exceptional work. I would have them back again!
I have never had such a bad experience. Zero knowledge of drywall work, unprofessional crew using drugs in my home, never finished the job after being paid and extremely foul language when trying to communicate. I could not even say the words that he call...
Absolutely terrible. Destroyed my home and left me half way through the project. Cost me more money and had to find a new contractor.
I Hired the cheaper guy that popped up on a different website. Hired Tailored Home Services to fix what the other plumber messed up. Should’ve gone with my gut and hired them in the first place. They did the job perfectly and 3 days faster than the other ...
Hired them several times. For Plumbing and electric services you won’t find nicer guys. Pricing is great and results are perfect.
They did a fantastic job installing our plumbing fixtures and appliances. Pricing was exactly what we were expecting and I didn’t have to clean a thing after they left. Very happy.
Broken water main fixed in a flash. Best plan of attack. Didn’t oversell. Was spot on with his theory of where the break was, what needed to be done to get to it and prevent future damage. Well done. New Client for life.
The perfect example of a con man, down to the sociopath personalty.
Things in the beginning were good. I hired him in February and after paying the deposit things started moving along well for a couple of weeks. Then from there things slowed down. My greatest frustration with Mike is the constant promises to be over at my...
Do not use this scam artist. 18K+, and and 7 months after a 30 day contract and we finally had to fire him. His hang dog, poor me deception of my mother has spanned an almost 8 month long, 30 day contract. He stole I don't know how much material, along wi...
Everything You Need to Know About Reading Handyman Services
How many handymen does Reading have?
There are around 200 companies throughout Reading to help you with your next handyman services job.
- 24 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.
- The average price for a handyman project is $122.00.
My Handyman Services project in Reading is really small. How much should I expect to spend?
The lowest price we could find for handyman services work in Reading is about $122.00. You should expect to pay at least this much depending on the scope of your project.
Handyman work at this level can sometimes involve several steps or phases. Cost for every project will differ depending on the quality of Handyman you hire, the type of materials required and the timeframe that you want to finish within.
Can I browse unscreened Handymen in Reading?
We do our best to screen all of our handymen. However, there are still some handyman professionals in Reading that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Reading or OH. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering handyman services:
- Total Home Pros, LLC:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Absolute Handyman:
- BBB Rating: A+
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Beatrice Home Improvement:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
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